MADISON, Wis. -- Fans heading to Anaheim for the West Regional of the NCAA men's basketball tournament are encouraged to join fellow Badgers for a series of NCAA Basketball Fan Events. The fun begins on Wednesday, March 26 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (PST) at JT Schmid’s Restaurant and Brewery in Anaheim, California.

Join fellow Badger fans for food, beverages and Badger spirit. Plus, the UW Spirit Squad, UW Band and Bucky Badger will be on hand to entertain those in attendance at 7:00 p.m.

Badger fans are also reminded the team will conduct an open practice at the Honda Center on Wednesday, March 26 from 2:10 p.m. to 3 p.m. PST. The open practice is free to attend. All fans are welcome.

Additionally, UW Athletics will host a “Team Send-Off” for the men’s basketball players prior to the regional semi-final game on Thursday, March 27. Join the UW Band, Spirit Squad and Bucky Badger in the lobby of the Doubletree Anaheim Orange County at approximately 3 p.m. PST.

As the tournament progresses, additional fan events may be added throughout the weekend. Fans are encouraged to follow @UWBadgers or @BadgerMBB on Twitter to receive the latest updates.